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Giants, dreamers collide as FA Cup fever grips

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Double dream: GU is chasing league and cup glory. PIC: MORERI SEJAKGOMO

The Orange FA Cup returns this weekend with its usual mix of pressure, pride and unpredictability, where league form is temporarily suspended, reputations are tested, and survival sometimes matters more than silverware. At the heart of the storyline is Gaborone United (GU), who are steadily marching towards what could be a league and cup double.

But before any talk of finishing touches, they must first navigate a tricky quarter-final path starting in Sowa Town Council Stadium, where Sua Flamingoes lie waiting on Saturday afternoon.

GU arrive as the most successful club in FA Cup history, chasing a 10th title and their first since 2023. On paper, they carry authority, but on grass, it is never that simple as Sua are not intimidated opponents.

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